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  • 278 Kapiolani St

    Hilo, HI 96720

    Apartment building
    Studio-2 beds
    In-unit laundry (W/D)

    Available units

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    Studio, 1 ba
    400
    Nov 10
    Fees may apply
    $1,450

    What's special

    Private and quiet
    Executive studio. Private and quiet, AC, quality furnished with smart TV, Utilities $200 a month included in rent, One mile from town, nearly 400 sq feet, great laundry room next to unit, and a separate exclusive storage room is yours as well. This unit has AC, a very rare option in Hawaii, but there are days you would be happy to have it. All utilities are included in the rent. Minimum 3 months lease.

    Facts, features & policies

    Unit features

    Appliances
    • Dryer
    • Microwave oven
    • Refrigerator
    • Washer
    Flooring
    • Tile

    Neighborhood: 96720

    Areas of interest

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    Travel times

    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Very Walkable
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Hilo

    Hilo Union Elementary School
    Grades PK-6 • 0.6 miles
    7/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    5/10
    Student Progress Rating
    8/10
    Hilo Intermediate School
    Grades 7, 8 • 0.6 miles
    7/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    7/10
    Student Progress Rating
    6/10
    Hilo High School
    Grades 9-12 • 0.7 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    4/10
    College Readiness Rating
    3/10

    Across Hilo, Wainaku, Paukaa, Akolea Plantation Estates, Kaumana and Keaukaha, the landscape runs from Hilo Bay’s shoreline and historic town center to rain-green slopes and inland uplands. Frequent showers and warm, humid weather support lush gardens and flowing streams. Liliʻuokalani Gardens offers a bayside walk, while Richardson Ocean Park provides shoreline access; Keaukaha is known for its coastal setting, and Kaumana Cave is a notable lava-tube landmark. Downtown Hilo brings cafés, restaurants, shops, galleries and the historic Palace Theater, with the Hilo Farmers Market adding a regular local-food stop. The ZIP code 96720 has a median rent of $2,130 per month and a typical range of $940 to $5,145, based on 62 active listings. Getting around is easiest by car, though the town center and some waterfront areas are pleasant to explore on foot.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is 278 Kapiolani St located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    278 Kapiolani St is located at 278 Kapiolani St, Hilo, HI. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as K's Drive-In, Short N Sweet Bakery & Cafe, and Two Ladies Kitchen.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near 278 Kapiolani St?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 278 Kapiolani St include McReynolds Medical (0.1 miles away), Dr. Camacho's Office (0.6 miles away), and Hawaii Family Health (0.6 miles away).

    What schools are assigned to 278 Kapiolani St?

    The schools assigned to 278 Kapiolani St include Hilo Union Elementary School, Hilo Intermediate School, and Hilo High School.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 278 Kapiolani St?

    278 Kapiolani St is located near 4 grocery stores, including KTA Super Stores (0.4 miles) and Hilo Farmers Market (0.5 miles). Additional shopping options, including Cost U Less, are approximately 0.3 miles away.

    What colleges and universities are near 278 Kapiolani St?

    278 Kapiolani St is located within 0.7 miles of Hawaii Institute-Healthcare, 1 mile of Institute For Astronomy, and 1 mile of University of Hawai'i at Hilo.

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